Craftsman 917.298560 User manual

OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917,298560
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
[RI:IFTXMAN
5.0 HP
17 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
•Assembly
•Operation
°Customer Responsibilities
°Service and Adjustments
°Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers
TRAINING
• Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.
°Never allow childrentooperate the equipmenL Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper
instruction.
o Keep the area ofoperation clear of al!persons,particu-
larly small children, and pets.
PREPARATION
°Thoroughlyinspectthearea where the equipment isto
be used and remove all foreign objects.
° Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine (motor).
° Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad-
equate outer' garments. Wear footwear that witl im-
provefooting on slippery surfaces.
oHandle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.,
• Use an approved fuel container'.
,, Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine_
° Rlt fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill
fuel tank indoors.
° Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled
fuel before restarting.
° Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer' for all unitswith electric drive motors
or electric starting motors.
o Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor_ is running (except where specificaUy
recommended by manufacturer)_
OPERATION
oDo not put hands or feet near' or under rotating parts°
•Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross-
ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic° Do not carry passengers.
°After striking aforeign object, stop the engine (motor),
remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly in-
spect the tiller for at,,y,damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the tiller°
•Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
° if the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for' the cause,
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
°Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating
position°
° Take all possible precautions when leaving the ma-
chine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into
neutral, and stop the engine.
oBefore cleaning, repairing, or' inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving partshave stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
Disconnect the cordon electric motors°
•Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous_
°Never operate the tillerwithout properguards,plates,
or othersafety protective devices in place,
°Keep children and pets away.
o Do notoverloadthe machinecapac_3'byattemptingto
tilltoo deep at too fast a rate.
=Never operate themachine at highspeeds on slippery
surfaces. Lookbehindand use care when backing.
o Never allow bystanders near the unit.
° Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, and the like).
°Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light.
° Be carefulwhen tillingin hard ground, The tines m.ay
catch inthe ground and propelthe tiller forward. If this
occurs, let go ofthe handlebars and do not restrain the
machine_
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
•Keep machine, attachments, and accessoriesin safe
workingcondition.
°Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipmentis in safe workingcondition.
• Neverstore the machinewithfuel inthefuel tankinside
abuildingwhere ignitionsourcesare present,such as
hot water and space heaters, clothesdryers, and the
like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure_
° Always refer'to the operator's guide instructionsfor'
important details if the tiller is to be stored for an
extended period°
-IMPORTANT -
CAUTION, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITI-
CAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
CAUTION: Look for this symbol to point
out important safety precautions, it
means --Attention! Become Alert! Your
safety is involved.
IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A
POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT,
NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to better
understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set of instruc-
ttoneo
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tiller.
it has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
giveyou thebest possibledependability and performance°
Should you experience any problemsyou cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears
Service Center/Department. They have competent, weiF
trainedtechniciansand thepropertoolstoserviceorrepair
this unit.
Please read and retain this manual° The instructionswill
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properiy_
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'L
MODEL
NUMBER 917.298560
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO
THE "TOPOF THE TRANSMISSION_
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE ,&kiDKEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE_
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
HORSEPOWER: 5,0 HP
DISPLACEMENT: 12,,57cuoino
GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 Quarts
Unleaded Regular
OIL :SAE 30W (Above 32°F)
(CAPACITY: 20 oz ) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32aF)
SPARK PLUG : Champion
(GAP: 030") RJ19LM (STD361458)
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
ASears Maintenance Agreement isavailable onthisprod-
uct. Contact yournearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
*Read and observe the safety rules°
, Follow a regular schedule inmaintaining, caring for and
using your tiller_
° Follow the instructions under the "Customer
Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections ofthis Owner's
Manual.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER
Fortwoyears from date ofpurchase,when thisCraftsman Tilleris maintained,lubricated,and tuned up accordingto
the operating and maintenance instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in
material or workmanship°
This Warranty does not cover:
, Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.
o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to
maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.
= tf this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the
date of purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN TtLLER TO THE "NEAREST SEARS
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES_ THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS
PRODUCT tS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This Warranty gives you specific legalrights,and you may also have other rights whichvary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179
-IMPORTANT-
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the
operator.
Inthe state of California the above ls required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states
may havesimilar laws. Federallawsapplyon federallands. SeeyourSearsAuthorizedServiceCentedDepartmentforspark
arrester. Refer to the Repair Parts section of this manual for part number.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 3,13-15
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3
WARRANTY ................................................................... 3
ACCESSORIES ............................................................. 5
ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 6-8
OPERATION ............................................................. 9-12
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 13
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 15-18
STORAGE .................................................................... 19
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 20
REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........................................ 21-27
REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ................................ .......28-32
SERVICE/PARTS ORDERING ................ BACK COVER
INDEX
A
Accessories ............................................5
Adjustments:
Carburetor. ............................... 18
Depth Stake ......................................10
Handle Height .......................... 15
Side Shields ......................................11
Throttle .................................... 18
Tines ........................................ 17
V-Belt (Ground Drive) .......................16
Air Cleaner ..........................................14
B
Belt:Belt Guard .......................................16
Repair Parts...................................22
V-Belt (Ground Drive) .....................16
C
Cooling System ................................14
Controls:
Choke ...........................................................9
Throttle ..........................................9
Drive (Tines) ............................... 9
Cultivating ....................................... 12
Customer Responsibilities:
Air Cleaner. ...................................14
Cooling System ....................... 14
Finish ....................................... 15
Maintenance Schedule ............ 13
Muffler ........................................ 15
Oil Change ......................................14
S ark Plug 15
Trees ......................................... 17
Transmission .............................15
V-Belt (Ground Drive) ................16
D
Depth Stake:
Adjustment ...................................10
Repair Parts ....................................25
E
Engine:
Air Cleaner ................................ 14
Cooling System ............................14
Fuet Type ...................................11
Engine (cont'd)
Lubrication...................................14
Oil Level .........................................11
Oit Type ...................................t 1,14
Spark Plug ................................ 15
Starting ...................................................12
Stopping ........................................10
Storage .........................................19
Winter Operation ..........................14
F
Fuel:
FillingTank .................................11
Storage ..............................................19
Type ..............................................11
Finish:
Maintenance ...............................15
H
Handle:
Height Adjustment ......................15
Repair Parts................................21
L
Lubrication:
Lubrication Chart ..........................13
Engine ....................................... 14
M
Muffler:
Maintenance ..............................t5
Spark Arrester, ............................3
Oil: O
Level ......................................... 11
Type ...........................................11,14
Operation:
Cultivating ...................................12
Fill Fuel Tank ..................................11
Starting Engine ........................ 12
Stopping Tines & Engine ............10
Tilling............................................10
TillingHints...............................12
Tine Operation .................................t0
Transporting Tiller ....................11
Winter Operation ......................14
4
R
RepairParts:
Tiller.................................................21-27
Engine ................................ 28-32
Rules for' Safe Operation .................. 2
S
Service & Adjustments:
Carburetor. ...............................18
HandleHeight..................................15
Side Shtetds .............................11
Throttle .......................................18
Tines................................................17
V.,Belt (Ground Drive) ...............16
Wheels ............................................15
Service:
Repair Parts .........................21-32
Service Record .............................13
Shear Pins:
Operation .........................................12
Repair Parts .............................. 26
Spark Plug:
Gap ................................................3
Mamtenance ............................ 15
Storage:
Fuel System ..............................19
Tiller ......................................... 19
T
Tilling....................................................i0,12
Tines:
Arrangement/Replacement ...... 17
Operation......................................I0
Repair' Parts............................. 26
Shear'Pins...............................12
Transmission'.
Maintenance ...............................15
Repair Parts ............................. 24
Troubleshooting ..............................20
Transporting ..................................... 11
W
Warranty ...............................................3
Wheels:
Removal ................ ................... 15
Repair Parts.............................. 23

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available at most Sears Retail
outlets, Catalog and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model
number of your tiller.
ENGINE
SPARK PLUG
6MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN 'IIH" I
ENGINE OIL ......................i1,1, STABILIZER
TILLER PERFORMANCE
,,, ,,,, ,, , ,,,
FURROW OPENER
, , ,,, ,,,,,,,,, ,
TILLER MAINTENANCE
TINES SHEAR PIN
0_
"A="PmNCLIP
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IViBLY
Your'new tiller has been assembled atthefactory withexception of thosepartsleft unassembled for shipping purposes. To
ensure safeand properoperation ofyourtillerall parts and hardware you assemble mustbe tightened securely, Use the
correcttoolsas necessary to insurepropertiglltness,
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
Asocketwrenchset willmake assemblyeasier, Standard
wrench sizes are listed.
(t) Utilityknife
(1) Wire cutter
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(1) Pair of pliers
(1) 9/16" wrench
OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1)
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (standing
behindtiller handles).
FRONT
LEFT RIGHT
OPERATOR'S
POSITION
FIG, 1
_ 7 IIIIIIIIIIII IIII II II LJ
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
IIIIIIIIIIIIII II LI IIII I I I , iiiiiiii I i, II ..................................... @
(2) Handle Locks
(t) Fiat Washer 13/32 x 1x 11 Gao
(2) Hairpin Clips
(2) Carriage Bolts3/8-16 UNC x i Gr. 5 (2) Center Locknuts3/8-16 UNC
©
U
(!) Cable Clip
(1) Handle Lock Lever
(1) Owner's Manual
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i,iiiil,l,,i................
ASS LY
UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)
l& ...........I
CAUTION: Be careful of exposed
staples when handling or disposing of
cartoning material.
IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK
CABLES.
oWhile holdinghandleassembly, cutcabletiessecuring
handle assembly to top frame and depth stake. Let
handle assembly reston tiller.
• Remove top frame of carton.
=Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of
carton.
- Cut down right hand front and right hand rear corners
of carton, lay side carton wall down.
° Remove packing material from handle assembly.
° Separate shift rod from handle assembly°
SHIFT ROD
FIG. 2
HANDLE
ASSEMBLY
INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)
=Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in
gearcase notch. (Apply grease on smooth side of
handle lockto aid in keeping lockinplace untilhandle
assembly is lowered into position,)
_,,,..\ HANDLE ASSEMBLY
\"_\\. /GEARCASE
"-\ "--.._/ NOTCH
Grasphandle assembly. Hold in"up"position° Be sure
handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle
assembly intoposition.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
"UP" POSITION
TIGHTEN HANDLE]
LOCK LEVER TO /
HOLD |
FIG. 4
° Rotate handle assembly down to installtwo carriage
bolts and Iocknuts. Insertrearcarriagebolt(Fig.5) first,
withheadof bolt on L,H. side oftitlero Lowerthehandle
assembly. Tighten bolts so handle moves with some
resistance.
° Placeflat washer onthreaded endofhandle locklever,
° Insert handle lock lever through handle base and
gearcase. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to
hold handle in place.
° Insertsecondhandle lock(withteethinward)intheslot
of the handle base (just inside ofwasher).
°With handle assembly in lowest position, securely
tighten handle lock lever by rotatingclockwise. Leav-
ing handle assembly in lowest position will make it
easier to remove tillerfrom carton.
SLOT
CARRIAGE
BOLT
HANDLE
LOCK
FLAT
WASHER
HANDLE
LOCK
LEVER
REAR
CARRIAGE
BOLT
HANDLE
BASE
LOCKNUTS
FIG. 5
FIG. 3 7

BLY
CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6)
,, Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into holeof
shift lever indicator,.
=Insert hairpin clipthrough holeofshift rodto secure,
•Insert other end of shift rodintohole in shiftlever°
- Insert second hairpin clipthrough holeofshift rod.
ATrACH THIS
ENDTO SHIFT
\
SHIFT ROD
ATTACHTHIS END
TO SHIFT LEVER
H/IJRPIN
CUP SHIFT
LEVER
INDICATOR
SHIFT
HNRPIN CLIP
SHIFTLEVER
FIG. 6
SHIFT ROD
REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE
• Make sure shiftlever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi-
tion (See Fig. 6)
•Tilttillerforward byliftinghandle, Separate cardboard
cover from levelingshield,
°Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of
carton.
INSERT CABLE CLiP (See Fig. 7)
• Insertplasticcable clipintoholeon the back ofhandle
column, Pushcables intoclip.
FIG. 7
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for
shipping purposes, Correct and equal tire pressure is
importantfor best tilling performance.
°Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI.
HANDLE HEIGHT
Handle height may be adjusted tobetter suitoperator_
(See WO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service
and Adjustmentssectionof this manual)°
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OPERATION .........,,,,,.lll l ill,ll i ,,/,,,/
KNOW YOUR TILLER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.
Compare the illustrationswithyourtillerto familiarize yourselfwiththe location of variouscontrolsand adjustments_ Save
this manual for future reference_
DRIVE
CONTROL THROTTLE
BAR CONTROL
SHIFT LEVER
SHIFT LEVER
INDICATOR RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE
CHOKE CONTROL
DEPTH STAKE
LEVELING
SHIELD
OUTER
SIDE
SHIELD
FIG. 8
MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Our tillersconform tothe safety standards of the American National Standards Institute°
DRIVE CONTROL BAR -Used to engage tines.
DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at whichtiller willdig.
LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable toprotectsmall plants
from being buried.
THROTTLE CONTROL- Used to control engine speed.
SHIFT LEVER - Used to shifttransmission gears,
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR -Shows which gear the
transmissionis in,
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine,
CHOKE CONTROL -Used when starting a cold engine,
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OPE N
The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting
your tiller and while tilling. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spec-
tacles or standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
Know flow to operate all controls before adding fuel and
oil or attempting to start engine.
STOPPING (See Fig. 9)
"i"INESAND DRIVE
=Release drive controlbar to stop movemenL
°Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position_
ENGINE
°Move throttle controlto "STOP" position.
•Never use choke to stop engine.
TINE OPERATION -WITH WHEEL DRIVE
•Always release drive controlbar before moving shift
lever into another position,
•Tine movement isachieved bymovingshiftleverto=r'
(til!) position and engaging drive control bar.
FORWARD- WH EELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED
=Release drivecontrolbar and moveshiftlever indicator
to"F" (forward)position. Engage drive controlbar and
tiller willmove forward.
REVERSE- WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED
° DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.
°Release the drivecontrolbar.
•Move throttlecontrolto "SLOW" position°
• Move shiftlever indicator to "R" (reverse) position.
o Hold drive controlbar against Lhehandle tostart tiller
movement,
DEPTH STAKE (See Fig, 10)
The depthstake canberaisedorloweredtoallowyou more
versatiletillingand cultivating,or to more easily transport
rout tiller.
SHALLOWEST
TILLING
DEEPEST
TILLING
DEPTHSTAKE
FIG. 10
POSITION
TILLING (See Fig. 11)
°Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for
increasedtillingdepth. Placedepth stakepinin holeof
depth stake to lockin position.
°Place shift lever indicator=in '3" position.
° Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start
tilling movement. Tines and wheels willboth turn
° Move throttlecontrolto"FAST" positionfor deep tilling.
To cultivate, throttlecontrolcan be set at any desired
speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to
cultivate.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL BAR
BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER
POSITION°
DEPTH STAKE PiN
"RELEASED" POSITION
\
\
"LOCKED"
POSITION
10
NUT"a"
SIDESHIELD
FIG. 11

OPERATION
TURNING
oRelease the drive controlbar°
oMove throttle controlto"SLOW"position.
°Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position_
Tines will not turn°
° Lift handteto raise tines out of ground°
=Swingthe handle in the oppositedirection youwishto
turn,being careful to keep feet and legs away from
tines,
•When you have completed yourturn-around, release
thedrivecontrolbarand lowerhandleoPlaceshiftlever
in "T" (till)positionand movethrottlecontroltodesired
speed. To begin tilling,hold drivecontrolbar against
the handle°
OUTER SIDE SHIELDS (See Fig. 11)
The front edges of theoutersideshieldsare slottedsothat
the shields can be raised for deep tillingand lowered for
shallow tilling to protect small plants from being buried.
Loosen nut 'W' in slotand nut "B"oMove shieldto desired
position(both sides). Retighten nuts.
TRANSPORTING
_CAUTION: Before lifting or transport-
ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to
tool. Disconnectsparkplugwireo Drain
gasoline from fue! tank,
-Release the depth stake pin, Move the depth stake
down to the top hole for transportingthe tiller. Place
depthstake pln inhole of depth stake to lock in position,
This prevents tines from scuffing the ground,
• Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position for
transporting.
oHold the drive control bar against the handle to start
tiller movement. Tines will not turn.
oMove throttle control to desired speed,
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT
TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING
OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE
IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE
CLEAN FILL FUNNELS,,
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)
•The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the
factory, aiready filled with SAE 30 summer weightoilo
=With engine level, clean area aroundoilfiller plug and
remove plugo
°Engine oil should be to point of overflowing, For
approx!mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA-
TIONS on page 3 of this manual All oil must meet
AoP.IoService Classification SG.
=Forcold weather operation you should change oilfor
easier starting(See oilviscositychart in the Customer
Responsibilitiessectionof thismanual).
°To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-
ties section in this manual.
OIL
11
OIL
FILLER
PLUG
PLUG
FIG. 12
ADD GASOLINE
°Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline,_ (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.
IMPORTANT= WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32aF (0aC), USE FRESH. CLEAN, WINTER
GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD
WEATHER STARTING,
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attractmoisturewhichleads toseparationandformation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system shouldbe emptied before stor-
age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run untilthe fuel linesand carburetor are
empty° Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage section
ofthismanualforadditionalinformation. Never useengine
orcarburetorcleanerproductsinthefuel tankorpermanent
damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fuel tank to prevent spills and to
allow for fuel expansion. If gasoline is
accidentally spilled, move machine
away from area of spill. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until gasoline
vapors have disappeared.
Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil
or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gaso-
line near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13)
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CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in J
DISENGAGED position when start- J
ing engine. J
............ i Hll _l j tll,l,,
,Make sure spark plug wire isproperly connected.
°Move shift lever indicator to"N" (neutral) position.
, Place throttle control in "FAST" position.
=To start a cold engine, place choke control in"CHOKE"
position. Awarm engine requires less choking to starL
=Grasp starter handle with one hand and grasp the tiller
with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until engine
reaches start of compression cycle (rope wilt pull
slightly harder at this point).
,Pull starter handle quickly. Do not let starter handle
snap back against starter°
, When engine starts, slowly move choke to"RUN" posi-
tions as engine warms upo
° Move throttle control to desired running position.
°Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before
engaging tines.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture
may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual.
CHOKE
PLUG
RECOIL STARTER
HANDLE
FIG. 13
TILLING HINTS
iA...........................
CAUTION: Until you are accustomedto
handling your tdler, start actual field
use with throttle in slow position (mid-
way between IIFAST" and "iDLE").
ti i ul
,Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up
packed soil before planting. Loose, unpacked soil
helps root growth. Besttilling depth is 4' to 6". A tiller
will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation. The
decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the
soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind), it
may beadvisable to tillthe soil atthe end of the growing
season to further condition the soil.
=For easier handling of your tiller, leave about 8 inches
of untilled soil between the first and second tilling
passes. The third pass will be between the first and
second (See Fig° 14). 12
°Soilconditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will
notreadily penetrate dry, hardsoil whichmay contrib-
uteto excessive bounce and difficulthandlingof your
tiller. Hard soil should be moistened before tilling;
however, extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or clump
duringtilling,Wait until the soil is lesswet in order to
achieve thebest results.When tillinginthefall, remove
vines and long grass to preventthem from wrapping
aroundthe tineshaftand slowing yourtUlingoperation.
°Do notleanonhandle. Thistakesweightoffthewheels
and reduces traction, To get through a really tough
sectionofsod or hard ground,apply upward pressure
on handle or lowerthe depth stake.
FIG. 14
CULTIVATING
Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre-
vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the
plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer ofsoil
crust wiUhelp retain moisture in the soil. Best digging depth
ts 1" to 3"° Lower the outer side shields to protect small
plants from being buried.
• Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will
allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in
rouqh condition, promoting no further growth of weeds
ancrgrass (See Fig. 15).
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FIG. 15
TINE SHEAR PINS
The tine assemblies on your tillerare secured to the tine
shaft with shear pins (See 'q'INE REPLACEMENT" in the
Service and Adjustments sectionof thismanual).
If the tiller is unusually overloaded or jammed, the shear
pinsare designed tobreak before internaldamage occurs
to the transmission.
°Ifshear pin(s)break, replace onlywith those shown in
the Repair Parts section of thismanual

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SERVICE DATES
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inspectAir Screen M#I
Clean or Replace Air CleanerCartridge .
CleanEngineCylinder Fins 6,f =
ReplaceSpark Plug _4'
1 - Change more often when operating under aheavy load or in high ambient temperatures,
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions,
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tiller.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each
season°
Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear°
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-
fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last
longer°
BEFORE EACH USE
,Check engine oil level.
* Check tine operation
° Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").
LUBRICATION CHART
* THROTTLE
CONTROL
** ENGINE
* DEPTH STAKE
PIN
'LEVELING
SHIELD
HINGES
* IDLER
BRACKET * WHEEL
HUB
* SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL
** REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES '_ENGINE" SECTION
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Disconnectspark plug wire beforeperformingany maintenance(exceptcarburetoradjustment)to prevent
accidentalstarting ofengine.
Preventfires! Keeptheenginefreeofgrass,leaves,spllledoil, orfuel. Removefuel from tankbeforetipping
unit for maintenance. Cleanmufflerareaofall grass,dirt, and debris.
Donot touch hot muffleror cylinderfins as contactmay causeburns.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent o!1rated with API service
classification SG. Select the oils SAE viscosity grade
according to yourexpected temperature.
SAEVISCOSITYGRACES
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i°o_o -2'oo .i_- o° to° 20,...... _o,..... 40"
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE
FIG. 16
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etco)
improvestarting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity otis
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F (0°C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to
avoid possible engine damage from runninglow on oil
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at leastonce a year ifthe tiller'
is not used for'25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after' each five !5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely
each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 and 17)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change_
All oil must meet API service classification SG.
= Be sure tiller is on level surface.
=Oil will drain more freely when warm_
•Catch oil in a suitable container,.
° Remove drain plug.
=Tip tiller forward to drain oil.
°After' oil has drained completely, replace oildrain plug
and tighten securely.
=Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine..
• Refill engine with oil. " See "CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL in the Operation section of this manual.
OIL
DRAIN
PLUG _.._%
_'_./,_"._/_, ,OIL LEVEL
_',OILFILLER
PLUG
AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 18)
Service aircleaner cartridgeeverytwenty-five hours, more
often ifengine is used in very dusty conditions°
.Loosenair cleaner screws, one on each sideof cover.
°Remove air cleaner cover.
= Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge.Be careful. Do
not allowdirtor debris to fall intocarburetor.
•Clean by tappinggently on a flat surface.
•ffvery dirty,replaceor washin a nonsudsingdetergent
and warmwatersolution° Rinsethoroughlywith water
flowing from mesh side until water is clear. Allow
cartridgeto standand air dry thoroughlybefore using.
°Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely.
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CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to beused to clean
cartridge. They may cause deteriora-
tion of the cartridge. Do not oil car-
tridge, Do not use pressurized air to
clean or dry cartridge.
AIR COVER
FIG, 18
COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 19)
Your engine isair cooled. For properengine performance
and long lifekeep your engine clean.
• Clean airscreen frequently usinga stiff-bristled brush.
° Remove blower housing and clean as necessary,
°Keep cylinderfinsfree of dirtand chaff,
CYLINDER FINS
FIG. 19FIG. 17 14

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MUFFLER
Do not operate tilter without muffler. Do not tamper with
exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or sldark arresters
could create a fire hazard, inspect periodically and replace
if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark
arrester screen assembly, remove even/ 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection. Replace ifdamaged.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plugs at the beginning ofeach tilling season
or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark
plug type and gap setting isshown in "PRODUCT SPECI-
FICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.
TRANSMISSION
Yourtransmissionissealed and willonlyrequirelubrication
ifserviced°
CLEANING
, Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
* Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
° Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered
to keep water out. Water in engine can result ina shortened
engine lifeo
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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TILLER
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig, 20)
Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions+
Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil.
°First loosen handle lock lever.
°Handle can bepositioned at different settings between
"HIGH" and "LOW" positions.
= Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting.
HANDLE(LOW
POSITION)
+ .ANDLE(H,G.
..... ::,,_',;;,_"_"jPOSITION)
'_ n "_,\/ HANDLE
_.._..,'_ ":_,_ LOCK
FIG. 20
TIRE CARE
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CAUTION: When mounting tires, un- _'
less beads are seated, overinflation
can cause an explosion.
• Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If tire pressures
are not equal, tiller will puil to one side+
• Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage
rubber°
TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 21)
°Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from
tipping°
•Remove outerside shieldby removingnuts"A" and"B",
°Remove inner side shield by removing nuts "C" and
flD_"
.Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from wheel.
°Remove wheel and tire+
° Repair tire and reassemble°
CLEVIS
F
HAIRPIN
INNER SIDE
SHIELD
NUT "B" SIDE
SHIELD
FIG. 21
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TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 22)
•Remove L.Hoinner and outer side shields (See "TO
REMOVE WHEEL" in this section of this manual)_
• Remove hairpin clip and clevis pinfrom left wheel. Pull
wheel out from tiller about 1 inch_
• Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side ofbelt
guard.
•Remove hex nut and vcasherfrombottom of belt guard
(located behind wheel),
- Pull belt guard out and away from unit.
• Replace belt guard by reversingabove procedure.
AND WASHER CLEVIS PiN
FIG. 22
TO REPLACE GROUND
Figs. 22 and 23)
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e
°
o
o
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DRIVE BELT (See
Removebeltguard. (See"TO REMOVEBELTGUARD"
in this section of this manual).
Loosen belt guides "A" and "B" and also nuts "C" and
"D",
Remove old belt by slipping from engine pulley first.
Place new belt in groove of transmission putleyand
into engine pulley, BELT MUST BE iN GROOVE ON
TOP OF IDLER PULLEY, NOTE POSITION OF BELT
TO GUIDES,
Tighten belt guides "A" and "B" and nuts "C" and "D"o
Check belt adjustment as described below,
Replace belt guard_
Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin and hairpin
clip.
Replace inner and outer side shields,
GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (See
Fig. 23)
For properbelt tension, the extension springshould have
about 5/8 inch stretch when drive controlbar is in "EN-
GAGED" position.Thistension canbe attainedas follows:
°Loosen cable clip screw securing the drive control
cable,
oSlide cable forward for less tension and rearward for
more tension until about 5/8 inch stretch is obtained
while the drive controlbar isengaged,
°Tighten cable clipscrew securely,
ENGINE
PULLEY
BELT
BELT
GUIDE "B"
;CREW
DRIVE
CONTROL
CABLE
LESS
TENSION
IDLER
PULLEY TRANSMISSION
PULLEY
FIG, 23
EXTENS
SPRING
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AND ADJUSTMENTS
TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 24, 25 and
26)
CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear
oves or other protection when han-
g tines.
A badly wornfine causes yourtiller towork harderand dig
more shallow. Most important, worntines cannot chop and
shred organic matter as effectively nor bury itas deeply as
good tines. A tine this worn needs to be replaced.
NEWliNE WORN"lINE
FIG. 24
•To maintain the superb tilling performance of this
machinethe tines shouldbe checked for sharpness,
wear,andbending, particu]arlythetineswhicharenext
to the transmismon+ If the gap between the tines
exceeds 3-1!2 inches they should be replaced or
straightenedas necessary.
•New tines shouldbe assembled as shown in Fig+26°
Sharpenedtineedges willrotate rearward from above.
liNE l I lINE
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II
FIG. 25
COUNTER
"fiNE
ROTATION
SHARPEDGE
]
SHARPEDGES
HAIRPINCLiP
HAIRPINCLIP
EDGE
/
SHEARPIN SHARP EDGES
SHEARPIN
FIG, 26
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AND ADJUSTIVl
ENGINE
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONrlFROL CABLE
(See Fig. 27)
oLoosen cable clamp screw to allowcable to move.
oMove throttlecontrol leveron upperhandle to "FAST"
position°
.Pullthrottlecable out untilengine be!lcrankisbackas
far as itwiltgo.
.Hold cable in this position and tighten clamp screw
securely.
CLAMPSCREW
THROTTLE
CABLE,
BELLCRANK
FIG. 27
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 28)
The carburetor hasahighspeedjetand has beenpresetat
thefactory and adjustmentshoutdnotbe necessary. How-
ever, minor' adjustments may be required tocompensate
for differences in fuel, temperature, altitudeor'load. Ifthe
carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows.
In general, turning the idle needle valve in (clockwise)
decreases the supplyof fuelto the engine givinga leaner
fueVair mkture. Turning the needle valve out (counter-
clockwise)increasesthe supplyoffuel tothe enginegiving
aricher fueVair mixture.
IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE
SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREWS
ARE TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.
PRELIMINARY SETTING
oAir cleaner assembly must be assembled tothe carbu-
retor when making carburetor adjustments°
o Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly
(see above).
• With engine off, turn idle needle valve in (clockwise)
closing itfinger tight and then turn valve out (counter-
clockwise) 1-1/2 tUmSo
FINAL SETTING
°Startengine and allow towarm forfive minutes,, Make
final adjustmentswith engine runningat idleand drive
controlbar in "DISENGAGED" position.
• Withthrottlecontrollever in"SLOW" position,turn idle
needle valvein (clockwise) until engine beginsto die
then turn out (bounterclockwise) until encinerg'nuns
rough. Turn valveto a point midway between those two
positions.
IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT
°To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counter-
clockwiseand hold against stop while adjusting idle
speed adjustingscrewto obtain 1750 RPM. Release
throttlelinkage.
ACCELERATION TEST
•Move throttle control lever from "SLOW'' to "FAST"
position. If engine hesitates or dies,turn needle valve
out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continueto adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler-
ates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted,. Do not adjust or
damage may result.
IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE SPEED° OVERSPEEDtNG THE ENGINE ABOVE
THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE
DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING.CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST SEARS SERV[CE CENTER, WHICH HAS
PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKEANY
NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.
THROTTLEUNKAGE THROTTLE STOP
IDLESPEED /
ADJUSTINGSCREW IDLE NEEDLE VALVE
FIG. 28
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immediately prepare your tiller for storage atthe end of the
season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.
CAUTION: Never store the tiller with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. All?w the enpine to cool
before storing m any enclosure.
oClean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual)°
°inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-
placement instructionsinthe Service and Adjustments
section of this manual),
°Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual,
°Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
•Touch up_all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL
FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE°
ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING
ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE
WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF
ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE
THE FUEL SYSTEM OFAN ENGINEWHILE IN STORAGE.
°Drain the fijel tank.
° Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.
.Never use engine orcarburetorcleaner productsin the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
-Use fresh fuel next season°
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum depositsduring stor-
age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after addi.ng
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reachthe carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer_
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil.
(See"ENG INE"inthe CustomerResponsibilities section of
this manual),,
CYLINDERS
°Remove spark plug,
•Pour I ounce (29 ml) of oilthrough spark plug hole into
cylinder,
°Pull starter handle slowly severaltimes to distribute oilo
•Replace with new spark ptug.
OTHER
°Do not store gasoline from one season to another°
°Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and!or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems
-tf possible,store your unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.
°Cover your unit with a su_able protect_e cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation toform and
willcauseyour unit to rusL
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.
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TROU OOTING POINTS
PROBLPM
Will not start
Hard to start
Lossof power
Engine overheats
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Excessivebounce/
difficulthandling
Sollbails up or clumps
Engineruns but tiller
won't move
Engtnerune but labor8
whentllllng
Tineswlli not rotate
CAUSE
1+ Outoffuel,
2+ Enginenot"CHOKED"pmpsdy_
8. Engineflooded,
4+ Dirtyair cleaner°
5. Watertnfuel
6+ Cloggedfueltank_
7, Loosesparkplugwire+
8+ Badsparkplugorimpropergap.
9. Carburetoroutofadjustment.
1+ Throttlecontrolnot setprepedy+
2+ Dirtyair cleaner,
3+ Badsparkplugorimpropergap+
4, Staleordirtytuel,
5+ Loosesparkplugwire,
6. Carburetoroutofadjustment,
1+ Engineisovedoaded°
2+ Dirtyaircleaner,
3_ LowoillovclldIrtyoil,
4o Faultysparkplug,
5, Oil infuel.
6+, Staleordirtyfuel.
7, Waterin fuel.,
8+ Cloggedfueltank.
9+ Sparkplugwire loose.
10+ Dirtyenginealrscreen+
11, Dirtylcloggedmuffler+
12, Carburetoroutofadjustment.
13+ Poorcompresden,
1+ Lowoillevelldirtyoil+
2, Dirtyengineairscreen.
,..3, Dirtyengine,
4+ Partiallypfuggsdmuffler.
5, Imprepsrcarburetoradjustment.
1+ Ground too dryand hard+
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1+ Drivecontrolbarisnot engaged+
2, V-beltnot correctlyadjusted,
3+ Vobeltisoffpulley(e)+
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1,, Tiffingtoo deep+
2+ Thro_e controlnotprepedyadjusted,
3. Carburetoroutofadjustment,,
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1, Shearpin(s)broken,
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CORRECTION
1+ Rl!fueltank
2, See "TOSTARTENGINE"inOperationsection,
3+ Waitseveralminutesbeforeattemptingto start°
4. Cleanorreplaceair cleanercartridge.
5+ Drainfue! tankandcarburetor,andrefilltankwithfresh
ge_scline+
6. Removefuel tankand ctean+
7_ Makesuresparkplug wirets seatedprepodyonplug.
8+ Replacesparkplugoradjustgap,.
9+ Makenecessaryadjustments.
1+ PEacethrottlecontrolin "FAST"poeiUon+
2+ Cleanorreplaaeair cieanercartddge°
3_ Replacesparkplugor adjuatgap.
4+ Drainfuel tankandrefillwithfresh gasoline.
5+ Makesuresparkplugwirets seatedpropedyonplug.
6+ Makenecessaryadjustments.
1+ Setdepthstakeforshallowertilling.
2, Cleanorreplaceaircleaner'cartridge+
,% Checkoillevet/changeoil
4. Cleanand regaporchangesparkplug,
5, Drainand cleanfueltankand refill,and cleancarburetor.
6. Drainfuel tankand refill withfreshgasoline,
7, Drainfuel tankand carburetor,and refilltank with fresh
gasoline+
8. Removefueltank and clean.
9. Connectand tightensparkplug wire+
10+ Cleanengine air'screen.
11+ Clean/replacemuffler,
12, Makenecessaryadjustments.
13. Contactan authorizedSeamServiceCentedDepartment.
1. Checkoillevel!changeoil+
2+ Cleanengine airscreen+
3+ Cleancyfinderfins,air screen,and mufflerama,
4+ Removeandcleanmuffler+
5+ Adjustcarburetortodchorposition,
1+
2+
3_
1,
2.
3+
1,
t+ Moistengroundorwaltformers favorablesoil
condiUons+
Waitfor'morefavorable soilconditions.
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Engagedrivecontrol+
Inspect/adjustV+belt+
inspectVisit+
Setdepthstakefor"shallowertilling+
Checkthrottlecontrolseffing,
Makenecessaryadjustments.
imp:,ill ...........
Replaceshear'pin(s).
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